Controller – Manufacturing / Operations Finance
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity for an accomplished finance leader who wants to do more than report the numbers- you’ll help shape what happens next.
As Controller, you will be a key financial partner to operational and senior leadership, providing the insight, analysis and financial discipline needed to drive performance across the business. You’ll have visibility across operations and play an influential role in budgeting, forecasting, profitability, cost management, internal controls and strategic decision-making.
We are looking for someone who can move comfortably between the details and the bigger picture: a strong accounting foundation combined with the ability to understand operations, challenge assumptions and turn financial information into meaningful business recommendations.
What is in it for you?
- Competitive Compensation + Performance Incentives
- Growth-Focused Culture – Work with a leadership team that values innovation and efficiency
- High-Impact Role – Influence financial strategy and shape the company’s future
- Industry-Leading Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, RRSP, Paid Vacation, and more!
- Strategic Role – Be part of a high-caliber financial team driving success in automotive manufacturing
Salary range: $120,000- $160,000/year
What You'll Be Responsible For
Partner with the business.
Work closely with operational and senior leadership to understand business performance, identify opportunities and provide financial insight that supports better decision-making.
Lead financial planning and forecasting.
Direct divisional budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities while helping establish both short- and long-term financial objectives.
Turn numbers into actionable insights.
Analyze financial and operational results, identify trends and explain the story behind the numbers. Develop and monitor KPIs and benchmarks that provide leadership with a clear view of business performance.
Drive operational and financial performance.
Monitor monthly results against budgets and forecasts, investigate variances and identify opportunities to improve profitability, cost control and overall financial performance.
Provide leadership with forward-looking analysis.
Prepare financial outlooks, forecasts and management reporting that help senior leaders anticipate challenges, evaluate opportunities and make informed decisions.
Strengthen financial controls and processes.
Develop, maintain and continuously improve internal controls, accounting procedures and workflows that protect company assets and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
Lead reporting and compliance.
Ensure financial reporting and accounting practices meet applicable IFRS, GAAP and regulatory requirements.
Support continuous improvement.
Partner on financial and operational audits, identify opportunities to improve processes and implement practical solutions that increase efficiency, accuracy and visibility.
Build and develop a strong finance function.
Establish the appropriate structure, processes and priorities for the department while providing leadership and direction to ensure the finance team effectively supports the business.
You will ideally bring:
- 5–10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including experience in a senior-level finance or Controller capacity
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost control and financial planning
- Experience analyzing operational and financial performance, including variance and profitability analysis
- Strong understanding of IFRS and GAAP
- Experience with financial and accounting reporting systems
- Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial compliance
- The ability to translate complex financial information into clear recommendations for operational and senior leadership
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to challenge, influence and collaborate across the organization
- The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality work within tight timelines
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA designation
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
- MBA or other advanced business/finance education
- Previous experience within a manufacturing, industrial or operationally driven environment
Why This Role?
This position offers the opportunity to combine financial leadership with true operational influence. You'll have the ability to work closely with senior leaders, understand the drivers behind the business and help translate financial information into actions that improve performance.
For someone who enjoys being close to the operation and wants their financial expertise to have a visible impact on the business, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution.
The responsibilities outlined above are intended to describe the general scope of the position and are not an exhaustive list of all duties or requirements.
ACCU-STAFF has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place before you begin your employment. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.
